Psychology
Black is decisive — there's no other color where small shifts in saturation feel as loaded. It carries weight, formality, and a hint of mystery.
Meaning
Power, elegance, rebellion, and mourning — sometimes all at once. In fashion it signals confidence; in branding it telegraphs luxury or counter-culture.
Applications
Premium brands, editorial design, and high-contrast UI dark modes. Pair with white for timeless minimalism or with warm metallics for luxury.
Conversion
HEX
010616
RGB
1, 6, 22
HSL
226, 91%, 5%
HSB
226, 95%, 9%
CMYK
95, 73, 0, 91
LAB
2, 1, -8
LCH
2, 8, 275
OKLCH
0.13, 0.04, 260
XYZ
0, 0, 1
LUV
2, -1, -3
HWB
226, 0%, 91%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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